Rich Homie Quan Talks Upcoming Debut Album, New Song With Drake & More [Video]

Here is part one of our exclusive with Rich Homie Quan. We caught up with the Atlanta upstart backstage at the ‘Under The Influence’ Tour and he was gracious enough to chop it up with our very own E-Money on a number of topics. While assuring us that he’s in much better physical condition after a health scare earlier this summer, Rich Homie went on to detail the success of ‘My Nigga’, his platinum-selling collaboration with YG, the gems he’s picked up from OGs such as Jeezy and Birdman, and his friendship with fellow Atlanta newcomer Young Thug. Quan also spoke on his forthcoming, as-of-yet untitled debut album, an upcoming collaboration with Drake, being an independent artist and much more.

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DJ Drama Talks Role At Atlantic Records, The Academy, Young Jeezy & More [Video]

Here is part one of our exclusive with Philly native and mixtape legend DJ Drama. We caught up with Mr. Thanksgiving backstage at the ‘Under The Influence’ Tour and he was gracious enough to chop it up with our very own E-Money on a number of topics. Dram discussed his new position as an A&R at Atlantic Records, how his nationwide DJ coalition, The Academy, came to be, and his desire to impart knowledge on up-and-coming DJs. In addition to that, he spoke on his new album, ‘Quality Street Music 2’, his relationship and history with Jeezy, the impact that their work together had had on his career and much more.

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DJBooth City Cypher #1 (feat. Emilio Rojas, Maffew Ragazino, Black Dave, HD & Kirk Knight) [Video]

Before there were platinum albums and corporate tours, there were city cyphers; emcees gathered to rhyme purely for sake of rhyming. We created DJBooth’s new City Cypher series in that spirit, and for the first episode, we had to keep it NYC and set up shop on a Brooklyn rooftop. It’s just turntables, a mic and emcees Black Dave, Emilio Rojas, Maffew Ragazino, HD and Kirk Knight going in. Download the City Cypher #1 here.

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YG Interview w/ Montreality [Video]

YG speaks about : – The type of student he was at school (0:15) – Jobs he had as a teenager growing up (0:39) – His 1st big paycheck (1:40) – His favorite cartoon character (2:11) – His favorite video games (2:24) – The realest shxt he ever wrote (2:42) – Why he thinks TUPAC is still alive (4:06) – The Uniqueness of NATE DOGG (4:30) – Hip Hop belonging to the West Coast (5:19) – His ultimate fetish (6:20) – A near-death experience (7:09) – The true definition of a “G” (8:35) – His message to the youth (10:09)

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TrackBlasters Radio: 28.07.14

Da More Fire Monday – The Correct Flava To Start Your Week Host: DJ P.R. Today we take it back in time for a hot minute! Enjoy. Record Of The Day: Raekwon – Give Me Your Love Playlist Raekwon – Give Me Your Love Raekwon – Could It Be I’m Falling In Love Raekwon – Ooh La La La Raekwon – Wishing On A Star **Throwback** Jay-Z – Wishing On A Star (D Influence Remix) Capone-N-Noreaga – Live On Live Long Dr. Dre feat. Snoop Dogg – Lil Ghetto Boy Dr. Dre feat. Snoop Dogg – Still D.R.E. N.W.A. – Chin Check Common – The 6th Sense Gang Starr feat. Snoop Dogg – In This Life Dilated Peoples – Worst Comes To Worst Ludacris feat. Fate Wilson & Keon Bryce – Growing Pains Scarface feat. 2Pac – Smile 2Pac – Thugz Mansion (7 Remix) [audio:http://www.trackblasters.com/radio/shows/radioshow 28.07.14.mp3] Download here

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Supa Dave West – Let’s Rock [Stream]

Supa Dave West is a highly skilled hip-hop producer and drummer. Til now, Dave, a Queens native living in GA has crafted a small but potent discography. Dave has produced music for some heavyweights including De La Soul, Talib Kweli and even J Dilla. On August 19th 2014, Dave plans to pick up the pace with the release of his debut instrumental album “Beat Boxing” on Redefinition Records. Stay tuned for more Supa Dave West news, including his upcoming collaborations with Blu (Blu & Exile, New World Color)& yU (Diamond District)! Pre-order the digital version on iTunes or check out some more audio samples.

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